by Elena Ferrante · La Campana · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788416863693
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In 'The Lying Life of Adults', Elena Ferrante introduces us to Giovanna, a young woman who, upon hearing a revealing phrase from her father, embarks on a search for her aunt Vittoria, a mysterious figure erased from family history. Through this journey, Giovanna uncovers secrets and lies that destabilize her bourgeois world, exploring themes of identity, love, and the complexities of family relationships. The novel, set in Naples, is an intimate and profound portrait of adolescence and the search for truth amidst deception.
Elena Ferrante is a pseudonymous Italian novelist. Ferrante's books, originally published in Italian, have been translated into many languages. Her four-book series of Neapolitan Novels are her most widely known works. Time magazine called Ferrante one of the 100 most influential people in 2016.
